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Your Destination for Surf Lessons, Spanish Classes, Accommodations & Adventure!

Whether you’re seeking surf lessons, Spanish classes, accommodations, or simply a fun beach experience, our exotic beach town in Ecuador is the perfect destination for your stay. Enjoy sun-soaked days and a range of activities tailored to make your visit memorable.

Surf Lessons

Experience Premier Surfing Right at Our Doorstep!

With a world-class beach break just steps away, you’ll catch incredible waves throughout your stay. Our pristine coastline offers kilometers of perfect waves for both beginners and advanced surfers, all while avoiding the crowds.

We offer comprehensive surf services, including surfboard rentals, private and group surf lessons, and exciting surf trips to famous breaks along the coastline. Dive into the ultimate surfing adventure with us!

Surf Lessons

Experience Premier Surfing Right at Our Doorstep!

With a world-class beach break just steps away, you’ll catch incredible waves throughout your stay. Our pristine coastline offers kilometers of perfect waves for both beginners and advanced surfers, all while avoiding the crowds.

We offer comprehensive surf services, including surfboard rentals, private and group surf lessons, and exciting surf trips to famous breaks along the coastline. Dive into the ultimate surfing adventure with us!

Spanish Classes

Immerse Yourself in Spanish with Local Instructors in a Breathtaking Tropical Setting!

Enhance your Spanish skills in an authentic environment, then practice ordering dinner in town! Learning Spanish in a place where it’s the native language accelerates your progress far beyond self-study or app-based methods.

Our comprehensive 3-level program is designed for all learners: beginners will build a strong foundation, while intermediate and advanced classes guide you through a licensed curriculum to achieve full fluency. Experience the difference of learning Spanish where it’s spoken!

Lodging

Recharge with a Siesta and Fiesta After Your Spanish Classes and Surfing Adventures!

After a day of immersive Spanish lessons and exhilarating surfing, unwind with a refreshing siesta followed by a lively fiesta!

We offer a range of accommodations to suit your needs, from private rooms to shared dorms. Enjoy a fun-filled day (and night) and then retreat to your comfortable cama for some well-deserved rest and relaxation.

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Activities & Adventure

Ready for Adventure? Explore a Variety of Fun Activities!

Once you’re refreshed and recharged, dive into our exciting range of activities! Whether you prefer relaxing beach BBQs and drinks or seeking thrills with surf trips, jungle hikes, and horseback riding, we have something for everyone.

This is the place for Spanish & Surf!

“So I don’t usually write reviews, but I will make an exception for this great Spanish school in Olon. I spend 4 weeks there learning Spanish and surfing at the same time and couldn’t be happier about my time there. All the people working at outdoor Ecuador are absolutely lovely and helpful in all regards and made this time truly special. You can personalize the lessons according to your needs, the school itself looks really cool and has a nice and relaxed chill area to hang out before or in between the lessons, they usually have fruits there and always a great atmosphere. Furthermore they’ll help you with all your surfing needs, which I can just recommend trying while in olon.
I very much enjoyed the quiet and relaxed vibe of olon but for the people who want more action, Montañita is just a short bus or taxi ride (~1,50$) from olon and offers partys pretty much all week long.
So all in all can just recommend this place, if you want to learn Spanish and or surfing!”

Victor Weber, Germany

"We will come back!"

“My girlfriend and I spend two weeks at this amazing place surfing and learning Spanish with the most kind & professional teachers that made school more fun than it has ever been!
The whole staff made an effort that was way beyond the expected. They helped us with accommodation, advise and planning for weekend trips, renting of surf gear, motorcycles, etc.
So if you’re looking for a chilled and social environment to pick up or practice your Spanish and surf, we would highly recommend you Outdoor Ecuador!
Also, Olón is a really nice little sleepy town with a relaxed local atmosphere just perfect for a longtime stay.”

Jonas Berding and Emiliana Falbe, Dinamarca

"Amazing Experience"

“My family of four (two kids aged 10 & 13) had an amazing experience learning Spanish at Outdoor Ecuador. We were all at different levels but they worked with each of us to make sure we all progressed at our own speed. Not only did they teach us Spanish but about the local community and unique customs. Luis even worked with us to pick up our kids while we were working which made me feel so comfortable knowing who was driving my kids. He took them on field trips to practice and learn Spanish which really made it an Outdoor school. My daughter took 4 weeks of surfing and progressed so much. I loved the coordinated beach and dinner events as well. We really felt part of the Olon community in the 5 weeks we spent there and Outdoor Ecuador is a big reason why. Thank you to Leo, Luis, Manolo, and David. If you guys are ever in Southern CA, let us know.”

– Kim Mitchell, USA

"I can't wait for my next trip back!"

“Outdoor Ecuador is AMAZING. The Spanish classes are directly
catered to your needs and you have the ability to catch some waves at the beach a two minute walk from the school before/after class. I stayed for two weeks and they helped me with all of my housing. First, OE helped me match with an incredible host family.
Then, they helped me with my stay at the Ocean Blue Lodge. I can’t wait for my next trip back to Olon and Outdoor Ecuador!”

– Annika Nygren, USA

An inspiring experience!

“Ivonne was quick and informative in her response from my original inquiry. Leo, from Outdoor Ecuador set me up in a room at Ocean Blue Lodge. A wonderful stay. The host Isabelle was very accommodating. I had 2 surf lessons from David. Who spoke excellent English, a competent surfer and superb instructor. Leo went out of his way to find me a paddle board which are few and far between in these parts.
My Spanish teacher, Nadine was exceptional. She is articulate, enthusiastic with a great sense of humor and made each day at Spanish class an inspiring experience.”

– Bill, USA

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4.8
Based on 47 reviews
Tara Routliffe profile picture
Tara Routliffe
2 years ago
I had the BEST experience in Olon! Went with a group of friends to surf and found some of the best waves of our lives, every session was better than the next! We surfed locally and did some small trips, scoring everywhere we went and finding waves to suite a range of skills and styles. Not to mention how amazing the town of Olon is, and the main beach. You could easily get around and walk to anything you needed. The food was to die for every single place we went to eat, the local Ecuadorian cuisine is so good and there are so many great choices! My favourite thing about Ecuador has to be the people, they are SO friendly and welcoming, it somehow feels like you’re coming home. I will 1000% be going back to experience such a wonderful place all over again. If you are thinking about visit Olon, you definitely won’t regret it! Can’t wait to go back!!!
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Damien Schaller
3 years ago
We had an unbelievable time in Olón and at Outdoor Ecuador.
We stayed there for 6 weeks at a local family and learned a lot about the culture.
The guys from the school made us feel as part of their family and helped us with everything 🙂

The spanish classes were held in really small groups and the teachers are very passionate, so that the learning effect was quite high.

Next to the spanish classes, there was always time for surfing. Which is really nice, even for beginners.

We can only recommend this place.
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Xenia
3 years ago
We had a great time at outdoor ecuador! The teachers took great care of our spanish needs and adapted to our interests and levels.
The staff was very friendly and everyone always had a smile on their face and some advice on what to do.
Thank you to the whole Outdoor ecuador family!
Hasta la próxima vez.
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Claudia Montalvo
3 years ago
We stumbled upon Outdoor Ecuador while looking for surfing lessons for my 3 kids (11, 8, and 7 years old). They were super responsive on WhatsApp, and extremely flexible with us. They had over 5 private lessons with Bruno, Luis and Leo, and my kids loved every minute of it. Bruno, Luis and Leo were very patient and flexible with the kids and they finished their holidays being able to surf. Looking forward to going back there on our next holidays!
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Emma Shaw
3 years ago
Nadine was an excellent teacher, she was really engaging and creative, I learnt a lot. The other staff are all lovely and it’s a nice space for learning. They also helped connect me with their wonderful partner accommodation at Ocean Blue Lodge. Highly recommend.
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George P
3 years ago
My wife and I stayed in Olon for a few days and booked a couple of private surf lessons in advance. The lessons were excellent, helped us improve and gave us both more confidence surfing. Olon is a lovely place, everyone is very friendly and the waves were consistently good. Leo and Christopher and everyone at the school were really friendly and helpful. I wish we could have stayed longer!
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M Danko
8 years ago
Quite possibly the best surf / Spanish school. Friendly people, chill and helpful teachers (Antonio and Vago!), epic post-surf smoothies and a great selection of boards to choose from. Go here, learn to surf, love to surf. 🤙🏼🏄🏼‍♂️
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Ryan Lowe
8 years ago
This place has the best coffee in Olon! It's a great spot to take Spanish lessons and rent surfboards. I ended up buying a new surfboard here as they had one that was exactly what was looking for - a 6'6" funboard which will catch everything but still work in bigger surf. They also run surf trips up and down the coast if you're after pristine, uncrowded point breaks. My 3.5 year old daughter has been taking Spanish classes here and the instructors are great with her. My wife and I hang out in the courtyard during her lessons, drink coffee and chat with the travelers who are staying in the dorm rooms.

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